Our Lady of Lourdes RC Primary School
100%
Capacity
448
Pupils
3.1x
Demand
About Our Lady of Lourdes RC Primary School
Our Lady of Lourdes RC Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Redbridge community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 448 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 450 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Ruth Boon, it falls under Redbridge local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 87% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 5% of schools nationally. Additionally, ranked 583rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 4th out of 50 in Redbridge.
Our Lady of Lourdes RC Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 186 applications for 59 places, making it 3.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 71 were first-preference applications.
Our Lady of Lourdes RC Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 99% recommending the school (218 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 9 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Severe Learning Difficulty and 6 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Our Lady of Lourdes RC Primary School include Art Studios, Playing Fields, ICT Suite, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Football, Cricket, Tennis and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Film Club, Choir, Gardening and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 7.5%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Redbridge, Our Lady of Lourdes RC Primary School is one of the options available in the London region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Chestnut Drive, London, Redbridge, E11 2TA |
| Headteacher | Ruth Boon |
| Local Authority | Redbridge |
| Number of Pupils | 448 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 7.5% |
| School Capacity | 448 / 450 (100% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
24 Jun 2025Quality of Education
Outstanding
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 7 Sept 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (87%)
583rd of 13,686
Nationally
133rd of 1,592
In London
4th of 50
In Redbridge
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
87%
Expected Standard
24%
Higher Standard
'22/23
95%
'23/24
87%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
218 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed59
186
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
71 families put this school as their 1st choice (38% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Our Lady of Lourdes RC Primary School
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Contact Information
Chestnut Drive, London
Redbridge, E11 2TA
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